OBITS: Standard-Examiner 10 Jun 2005; Ogden, Weber co., Utah

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Bergera, Jerald J.
Jerald J. Bergera, MD., of Scottsdale, AZ, passed away on May 24, 2005 at the
age of 72. He was born to James Joseph and Grace Hreinson Bergera on March 3,
1933 in Helper, Utah, and married his wife Anne Burmester in 1956. Jerry
studied pre-med at Stanford University and graduated in 1958 from the George
Washington University School of Medicine in Washington, D.C. He was
board-certified and practiced Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in Ogden,
Utah for 29 years. He retired from practice on November 1, 1993, and moved to
Arizona. He was an active member of his community and was a past president of
the Rotary Club of Ogden and a current member of the Rotary Club of
Scottsdale, past president of the Stanford Club of Utah and current member of
the Phoenix Stanford Chapter, and past chairman Ambassador Committee Ogden
Area Chamber of Commerce. Jerry was on the board of directors for the American
Red Cross (Bonneville Chapter), March of Dimes (Weber County), Ogden Are a
Chamber of Commerce, Eccles Community Art Center, and the Saint Benedict's
Hospital Foundation. He was also an active member of the Mountain View
Presbyterian Church. Jerald is survived by his wife Anne; son James Joseph and
his wife Alice Cho; brother Clifford and his wife Janet Bergera, and one
grandson, Luc. A Memorial Service was held at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, June 1,
2005 at Mountain View Presbyterian Church, 8050 E. Mountain View Rd.,
Scottsdale. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Red Cross, 6135
N. Black Canyon Hwy., Phoenix, AZ 85015 or charity of choice. Arrangements by
Messinger Indian School Mortuary.
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 6/10/2005.

Blechert, Delmar L.
PLEASANT VIEW - Delmar "Dell" Lawrence Blechert, 76, passed away at his home
on Tuesday, June 7, 2005 surrounded by his family after a long and courageous
battle with Parkinson's Disease. He was born January 31, 1929 in Ogden, a son
of Emil L. and Mary Geneva "Jean" Mead Blechert. Dell married Evelyn Maudie
Bruner and their marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. He
grew up in Montpelier, Idaho and later moved to Ogden where he owned and
operated Dell's Auto Sales for many years, retiring in 1987. Dell was a member
of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Pleasant View 1st Ward. He
was a volunteer firefighter, involved in Little League, a clown in the parades
and he loved the outdoors - farming, hunting and fishing. Dell loved spending
time with his family and cherished time spent with his grandchildren. He will
be greatly missed by all of his family. Surviving are his wife of Pleasant
View; six children, Deborah L. Blecher t, Lockhart, TX; Roger D. (Julie)
Blechert, Wellsville; Brett J. Blechert, and Jon Douglas (Brenda) Blechert,
both of Farr West; Jolette J. (Larry) Larsen, Chandler, AZ; Chad L. (Beth)
Blechert, Mobile, AL; 21 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Also
surviving are three sisters, Evelyn (DeWayne) Swa, Montpelier, ID; Joyce
(Arden) Windley, Lakewood, CO; Georgia (Deane) Kingsford, Ogden. He was
preceded in death by his parents. The family would like to thank the Odyssey
Hospice caregivers for their kindness and care. Funeral services will be held
Friday at 11 a.m. at the Pleasant View 1st Ward Chapel, 2975 North 1000 West.
Friends may call at Lindquist's North Ogden Mortuary, 2140 North Washington
Blvd., on Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Friday at the Ward Chapel 9:45 to
10:45 a.m. Interment, Ben Lomond Cemetery. Email condolences to the family at
lom@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 6/9/2005 - 6/10/2005.

Cales, Kaye (Memoriam)
IN LOVING MEMORY OF KAYE CALES January 19 - June 10, 2000My Mother, My Friend
Mama, where has all the time gone. Five years seems like an eternity. I miss
you more every day and long for the time when I will see you again. Take care
of my boy. . . I love you, Your Kim
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 6/10/2005.

Cales, Kaye (Memoriam)
IN LOVING MEMORY OF KAYE CALES January 19 - June 10, 2000Dear Mom, Some days
are harder to cope with than others. But not a day goes by, without my
thoughts drifting to you. ''Things you used to say, things you used to do.''
You mean more to me than anyone, than anyone I've ever known. Love you Mom,
You Son Kelly Widmeyer
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 6/10/2005.

Ford, James Greenhalgh
James Greenhalgh Ford, 77, passed away Wednesday, January 5, 2005 in Casa
Grande, Arizona. He was born June 8, 1927 in Kanab, Utah the son of Zadok
James and Hannah Greenhalgh Ford. He married Thelma Baker in Long Beach,
California on August 2, 1953. She preceded him in death on August 17, 1984.
James retired from the U.S.A.F. serving his country during the Korean and
Vietnam Wars. Surviving are his two daughters, Virginia (Kerry) Hansen, Salt
Lake City; Brenda Fenton, Clearfield; three sisters, Pat (John) McCleary,
Arlyn (Tony) Rowe, Sandra (LaVon) Ring, three brothers, Jerry (Colleen) Ford,
Ronald (Nancy) Ford and Blair (Dorsey) Ford; grandchildren Jeremy (Jolie)
Johnson, Ashlee Hendry and Billee Edgington; great grandchildren William
Hendry and Taylor Johnson. Preceded in death by his parents, wife, one
daughter, Liz Ford, two sisters, Ora Jean, Doris and one brother, Tom Ford.
Graveside services will be held Saturday, June 11, 2005 at 11 a.m. at the C
learfield City Cemetery, 1050 S. State St. Funeral directors, Lindquist's
Layton Mortuary, 1867 No. Fairfield Road. e-mail condolences to the family at
llm@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 6/9/2005 - 6/10/2005.

Garfield, LaVon Brough
TREMONTON - LaVon Brough Garfield life long resident of Tremonton, Utah passed
away Wednesday, June 8, 2005. LaVon was born December 21, 1912 a daughter of
Raymond Gilbert and Edna Allred Brough. She married Jesse H. Garfield May 2,
1928 in Farmington, Utah. Their marriage was solemnized in the Logan Temple
September 27, 1939. Jesse passed away April 18, 1997. LaVon worked in several
Tremonton businesses including Giffords Men Store, Safeway Market, Palmer's
Jewelry and Men's Store and Miller's Jewelry. LaVon was an active member of
the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many positions
including counselor in the Mutal and Relief Society as well as Relief Society
President and a Visiting Teacher for 72 years. LaVon and Jesse also served as
Temple workers in the Logan Temple. She was a member of the Civic Club and
Booklore Club. LaVon was always known for her beautiful yard and the many,
many hours of compassionate service. She is surviv ed by her three children,
Klea Fae Wright of Moses Lake, Washington, Don (Trudy) Garfield of Garden
City, Utah and Deanna (Bob) Arbon of North Logan, Utah. She was blessed with
11 grandchildren and 33 great-grandchildren. They were her pride and joy and
she carried their pictures everywhere. Also surviving is a sister-in-law, Fern
Horsley of St. George. She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters,
Francis Hill, Dona Bowcutt and a brother, Clarence (Curley) Brough, a
son-in-law, Jack Wright, one grandson and two great-granddaughters. Funeral
services will be held Monday, June 13, 2005 at noon in the Deweyville Ward
Chapel. A viewing will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 12, 2005
at Rogers and Taylor Funeral Home located at 111 North 100 East, Tremonton and
at the Deweyville Ward Chapel located at 10750 North Highway 38, Deweyville,
Utah from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. prior to the funeral service. Interment will be
at the Tremonton Riverview Cemetery. We wish to express our appreciation to
the wonderful staff at the Bear River Care Center for their tender and loving
care of our mother and grandmother. On-line condolences may be expressed at
www.rogersandtaylor.com.
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 6/10/2005.

Smith, Leatha Wheeler
SUNSET - Leatha Wheeler Smith, 99, passed away Tuesday, June 7, 2005 at Apple
Village Assisted Living in Layton, Utah. She was born May 9, 1906 in Lewiston,
Utah, the daughter of Simon and Jane Mills Wheeler. Leatha married Orval
Joseph Smith on August 24, 1932 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple; he passed away
September 25, 1967. She was a Daughter of the Utah Pioneers and a member of
the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. During her lifetime she was
privileged to serve in all of the organizations of the church and was a temple
worker for 22 years. Her hobbies included ceramics, quilting and handiwork.
She loved to travel, but the light of her life was her children and
grandchildren. Surviving are her two daughters, Charlyne (Grant) Wise, Sunset,
UT and Tamara Kelly of West Valley City, UT; ten grandchildren and 22
great-great-grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her parents, husband, a
daughter, Myrna Smith, and son-in-law, Daniel L. Kelly; four brothers and
three sisters. Funeral services will be held Saturday, June 11, 2005 at 11:00
a.m. at Myers Mortuary Chapel in Roy, 5865 South 1900 West, where family and
friends may call on Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. and on Saturday from 9:45 to 10:45
a.m. prior to services. Interment, Preston City Cemetery, Preston, ID. Family
and friends to meet at 2:30 p.m. Thanks to all of the staff employees and
residents of Apple Village for their loving care and concern. Send condolences
to family at www.myers-mortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 6/10/2005.

Strate, Syble
OGDEN - Syble Irene Strate, 88, passed away Wednesday, June 8, 2005, at the
Heritage Park Care Center. She was born December 20, 1916, in San Antonio,
Texas, to George C. and Mable Irene Wright Baer. On July 4, 1942, Syble
married Thomas "Red" Ray Strate, in Seguin, Texas. He preceded her in death on
November 11, 1995. She was a member of the Episcopal Church of the Good
Shepherd. Syble loved her family, her dogs and bowling. She is survived by her
sons, George H. (LaVora) Strate, Pahrump, NV; Christopher G. (Susie) Strate,
West Point, UT; three grandsons; four great-grandchildren; three
step-grandchildren; and six step-great-grandchildren. Syble was preceded in
death by her parents, her husband and her only sister, Lucile Brown. The
family wishes to express their appreciation and gratitude to the staff and
caretakers at Heritage Park Care Center. And Carolyn Cromwell and Liz Hall for
their loving care of Syble while she lived at her home. Private family
services will be held. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the
Ogden Humane Society, 1490 Park Blvd., Ogden, Utah 84404. Email condolences to
the family at lrm@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner on 6/10/2005.

Wagner, Geraldine L.
Geraldine "Gerri" L. Wagner OGDEN - One of God's favorite children has
returned home. Geraldine Lu Wagner, 57, died Tuesday, June 7, 2005 at her home
in Ogden. She was born August 15, 1947 in Salt Lake City, a daughter of Jerry
and Maxine Hammond McGuire. On May 22, 1965, Gerri married Robert William
Wagner. She was a lifelong resident of Ogden and a member of The Church of
Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Gerri was a member of the El Monte Golf
Association and enjoyed golfing, camping, playing softball, and spending time
with her family. Surviving are her husband of Ogden; one favorite son and one
favorite daughter, Brett (Christy) Wagner, North Ogden; Becky (Bryan)
MacKenzie, Eden; and seven grandchildren, Bo, Braiden, Brittley, Branson,
Rhett, Cody and Krystin. Also surviving are her mother of Ogden; four brothers
and two sisters, Patrick Coy (Mary Ellen) McGuire, Ogden; Kelly (Allison)
McGuire, Hooper; Kurt (Carrie) McGuire, Roy; Cass (Karen) McGuire, Ogden;
Teresa (Leon) Be dford, and Connie Dickerson, both of Ogden. She was preceded
in death by her father, sister Sandra Kay, brother-in-law Fred, and her father
and mother-in-law, Heinie and Blanch Wagner. Funeral services will be held
Saturday at 11 a.m. at Lindquist's Ogden Mortuary, 3408 Washington Blvd.
Friends may call at the mortuary on Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturday 9:45
to 10:45 a.m. Interment, Evergreen Memorial Park. Email condolences to the
family at lom@lindquistmortuary.com
Published in the Standard-Examiner from 6/9/2005 - 6/10/2005.